Sian Ka’an biosphere reserve and the 2nd largest reef barrier in the world

Perhaps because I have lived most of my days near the sea (yes, I have been lucky) I have always felt a connection to it and all the living beings who make of it its home. As a child, when talking about pollution, my biggest worry has always been the oceans. The dolphins and the … Continue reading Sian Ka’an biosphere reserve and the 2nd largest reef barrier in the world

A short and hot visit to Mérida, México

When I arrived to Mérida I thought I wouldn't go passed the bus station. The city was flooded. Heavy and sudden rains had transformed the streets and the roads in rivers. And while my bus drove through the waters, I could only think about my backpack stored in the luggage compartment and pray that the … Continue reading A short and hot visit to Mérida, México

The spiritual experience of Palenque

Surrounded and literally digged out of the jungle of Chiapas, the ruins of Palenque are certainly an obligatory stop for any archaeological geek - it was one the most fantastic places I visited in Mexico and just think about the fact that it is estimated than only 10% of this ancient city has been "recovered". … Continue reading The spiritual experience of Palenque

Indigenous culture lives on in San Cristobal de las Casas

I felt like an happy kid would feel if he or she discovered santa claus is actually real, when I learned Mayan culture isn't extinguished and lives on in small communities where families pass their traditions, their craftsmanship, their knowledge, their rituals and their language. And there were two very interesting people who took on … Continue reading Indigenous culture lives on in San Cristobal de las Casas